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… of plaque or a blood clot could move to the brain and cause a stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) . The … arteries. Things that can lead to this buildup include: Smoking. High blood pressure. High cholesterol. Diabetes. A … are important to many health problems. Stroke Prevention: Should I Have a Carotid Artery Procedure? Related …
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… or sour (a sensitive tooth). Mild sensitivity can be caused by shrunken (receded) gums or a worn-down tooth. … sometimes with pus, may appear at the base of a tooth. Smoking and using other tobacco products increases your risk … in the back, neck, jaw, or upper belly, or in one or both shoulders or arms. Light-headedness or sudden weakness. A …
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… Learn to live with the changes to your brain and body caused by the stroke. Adjust to living within your home, … Physical Activity Helps Prevent a Heart Attack and Stroke Quitting Smoking Weight Management Medicines for Stroke Prevention …
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… Kris's Story: Getting Active With No Excuses On this page: Kris's Story Kris's Story When Kris … several years ago, she decided that she was out of excuses. It was time to make time to get fit and stay fit. "I … Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine Current as of: October 10, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… as a wisdom tooth, has been removed (extracted). What causes it? Dry socket develops when the blood clot at the site … into the socket. He or she may also have you take pain medicine. How can you help prevent a dry socket? To prevent … that are important to many health problems. Wisdom Teeth: Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed? …
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… The upper respiratory system includes the nose, mouth, sinuses, and throat. A child with an upper respiratory … week or more Does your child have a health problem or take medicine that weakens his or her immune system ? Yes Disease … habits and lifestyle , such as eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. …
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… into their arm, so that the mouth stays covered. Children should wash their hands each time they use the toilet and after they blow their nose, especially if … Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Elizabeth T. Russo MD - Internal Medicine Current …
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… may also be tender and swollen. Some objects in the nose cause more problems than others. Disc batteries (also called … cell batteries) are more dangerous than other objects. They should be removed right away. The moist tissue in the nose … habits and lifestyle , such as eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. …
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… your child's back may injure a ureter or kidney. Sexual abuse and objects being placed in the urethra may injure the … if your health professional brings up the issue of child abuse. Health professionals have a professional duty and legal … Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito MD …
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… areas may quickly get hyperthermia. High temperature caused by a fever is different from a high body temperature … because the body can't transfer heat as well as it should or because there's too much external heat gain. … habits and lifestyle , such as eating and exercise habits, smoking, alcohol or drug use, sexual history, and travel. …
